Akmal Abdelrahman

Dr. Akmal Abdelrahman is a distinguished professional in Mural Design and decorative arts, with over 25 years of experience in the field. He holds a Ph.D. in Mural Design from the Research Institute of Media, Art, and Design at the University of Bedfordshire, UK, which he obtained in 2009 through a full scholarship granted by the Egyptian Government. This scholarship was awarded in recognition of Dr. Akmal’s outstanding contributions as a teacher and practitioner of murals.

Currently serving as the Visual Arts program director at the Faculty of Arts and Design, Galala University, Dr. Akmal plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic direction of the program. His expertise and leadership ensure that students receive comprehensive training and guidance in the field of visual arts.

In addition to his academic responsibilities, Dr. Akmal also serves as the director of the Alumni unit at Galala University, where he fosters connections and cultivates relationships with alumni, further enhancing the university’s network and reputation.

Throughout his career, Dr. Akmal has demonstrated a passion for Mural Design and decorative arts, contributing significantly to the advancement of the field through his teaching, research, and professional practice. His expertise, combined with his dedication to education and innovation, makes him a valuable asset to the academic community and the field of visual arts as a whole.

• PhD in Mural Design from The Research Institute of Media, Art and Design, University of Bedfordshire, UK 2009.
• MA in SET-DESIGN, Faculty of Applied Arts- EGYPT, 1999.
• BA (HONS) 1^ST CLASS Applied Arts – Interior Design Dept., Decoration Section. Faculty of Applied Arts – Helwan University – EGYPT 1992.

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• Surface and Facade Design
• Environmental Design

Public Commissions In Egypt:

• Mosaic Murals at Sharm-Elshaikh Airport, (Group Work/Team Leader) 1993.
• Murals and Installation Artwork at MAXIM Restaurant, Cairo-EGYPT 1995.
• In Addition, Many Private Commissions in Villas, and Palaces from 1995 until current time.

Public Commissions In The United Kingdom: 

• Portrait of Sir ROBIN BIGGAM (Former Chancellor of The University of Bedfordshire), Putteridge Bury Campus, Luton 2010.
• Mural at the Learning Resources Center, University of Bedfordshire, Luton Campus, 2008.
• Mural at the Art and Design Department, University of Bedfordshire, Luton Campus 2007.

• Awarded full Scholarship from the Egyptian Government for PhD study in UK. 2005.
• Awarded the Erasmus+ Grant for Staff Mobility Exchange at Cardiff Metropolitan University UK 2018.
• Research Fellow at the Research Institute of Media, Art and Design, University of Bedfordshire UK 2010/2013.
• Awarded (13) National Prizes in Painting & Drawing.

• Visual Arts Program Director at Faculty of Arts & Design at Galala University, Egypt 2022 until current time.
• Associate Prof. Graphic and Multimedia Design Program Director at Faculty of Arts & Design at Galala University, Egypt 2020 -2022.
• Associate Prof. School of Applied Arts, Badr University in Cairo (BUC) 2018 -2020.
• Associate Prof. at Faculty of Arts and Design, MSA University, Egypt, and Foundation Coordinator 2016/2018.
• Assistant Professor at Decoration Dept. the Faculty of Applied Arts from 2010 to 2015.
• Part-time Senior Lecturer at Faculty of Arts and Design, MSA University, Egypt from September 2011 until September 2015.
• Visiting Lecturer at the Institution of Media, Art and Design, University of Bedfordshire UK from 1/3/2008 to 1/4/ 2008.
• Lecturer assistant at Decoration Dept. Faculty of Applied Arts Helwan University in Egypt from 2000 to 2005.
• Teaching assistant at Decoration Dept. Faculty of Applied Arts Helwan University in Egypt from 1994 to 1999.

• Director of the Alumni Unit at Galala University from 2023.
• BUC and Cardiff School of Art and Design Coordinator /international representative 2019.

• Reviewer at the International Design Journal 2020.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Examiner (Visual Arts) 2019 /2023.
• “Make, Share, Review, Remix:” for Convergence. Sage Publications 2017.
• SAGE Open Manuscript ID: SO-14-1552.R1 at SAGE Publications November 2014.
• The International Journal of Research into New Media Technologies, 2012.

Participated in more than 35 National and International Group Exhibitions, The Latest Were:

• The First Egyptian Bahraini Exhibition at Manama 2017.

 Solo Exhibitions:

• ALMASHQUE, an Exhibition at The Egyptian Cultural Bureau in London, UK, April 2009.
• WALLS: an Exposition, at The Hat Factory Gallery, Luton, UK, March 2009.
• MISSING, an Exhibition at The Hat Factory Gallery, Luton, UK,, September 15, 2006.
• SHADES, Exhibition at Cairo Atelier – Egypt, October 2000.